ShootingArts said:

I bought one of the little things from Joe Tucker. Joe seems highly intelligent and knowledgeable, especially about pool. I found the gizmo worthless, I already stroked straighter than it gauged. A near beginner might find it wonderful, somebody with more experience, not so much. I broke or lost a piece, don't remember which. Replacement was fast and free!

I don't know anything about the device in this thread. To be gentle, it looks like one more device that came out because of 3D printers. People buy the printers or other NC equipment then have to find something to do with it. Might be doing these folks wrong but it seems like a lot of stuff is hitting the market that was designed because somebody had a machine to make it.

Hu

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Hu,

Let me know if you’re interested in trying them and I’ll send you a set. I think you will end up re-confirming your existing opinion…

-td

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There are many tips. First, it's much easier if you have a hard tip on your playing cue. Second, you will need more distance between the cue ball and the obstacle ball, as it is much more difficult to get the ball up into the air.

I've played A LOT of jumpshots with my playing cue, but I typically use a pressed LePro tip or a Triangle. A hard layered tip will do the job too, just know that it will probably ruin a layered tip faster if you shoot a lot of jump shots with it. I also shot a lot of jump shots with probably the worst shaft for the job, the Predator Z. I got over balls fine, but eventually the shaft got ruined.

I know how much to elevate the cue for each lie of the balls, which comes with experience. I'd go for less elevation that you probably think in the beginning...

You will have a lot more success "hitting less" of the ball with your playing cue than with your jump cue. If you imagine the cueball, do not strike down through the core of the ball, but rather below the core. Striking through the balls core or even above it can be perfectly fine with a jump cue, but will typically trap the ball under the tip with a typical playing cue. Exceptions exist for skilled players, but if you're learning, stick with below the core (draw) jump shots. Also, begin by jumping over just half a ball or less to get a feel and avoid frustration in the beginning.

For example, your iPhone is made by Apple, right?

Yes, it is. They design it. They prototype it. The refine it. Over years. They then contract with Foxconn to build it. Foxconn is the contract manufacturer. But everyone says it's made by Apple.

skor said:

They never made full cues, just shafts.
Falcon used to make their butts and later production moved to China.

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Yes I understand all that. But they are an OEM model, not ODM. They designed their whole line. Then they had manufacture's make it. It's like that in lots of industries.

They are not a "marketing company" that goes to manufacture XYZ and says "bring me something that my customers will buy in 3 weeks" without being intimately involved in the design process. That is the ODM model.

Even for the tables they got into recently, Predator was involved closely with the design and making it their own table, not just sticking their cat logo on the existing SAM table.

Kris_b1104 said:

Sure, let me give Emily a call. I will recommend that she puts her favorite player AJ Manas on Team USA.

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Thanks. Good comic relief there!

Try jumping with your break cue. Harder tip and no low deflection shaft will work good.

I played in them almost every year till it changed/they always had Gold Crowns stored for the annual event.... I was ahead and Finally getting to the final 8 on the winner side, played Massey.
Mike was shooting the seven in the corner pocket by the foot rail, he clipped the 8.... seven ball went three rails into the corner pocket, and he ran out.
I was on the hill and he now had 9 games.
Bad beat to lose that way.
I got turned on (not literally) too my First, great Vegetarian/hippie type restaurants across the creek from the event with Louie Lemke. One of the best guys I've come across during my playing years.
Ran into em yrs later in Louisiana at a concert outta the blue walking around/with his hippie VW van and a hot lookin' hippie chick. Great man of the Midwest.
Yeah Stu, Rempe was always there. Here's mah fav pic's during that timeframe.
Young lovers.

bm

Same technique as any jump shot, just harder because of the heavier and longer cue and softer tip.
I sometimes use my break cue for jumping for a long distance jumps, I find it easier and more stable to stay on the shot line.

gambler67 said:

PC1-R​

(1 of 50)​

A figured maple shaft with simulated ivory stars, red sparkle and blue pearl inlay stripes, and a wine stained wrap section.

15/50 limited cue
12.5mm jade tip
58"
19oz adjustable weight
$900 Venmo/Paypal shipped in continental USA

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gambler67 said:

Bull Carbon BCC30RK6 19oz cocobolo ebony stain buffalo leather wrap and 12.65 bull carbon shaft, Kamui athlete soft tip

$750 shipped with Paypal'Venmo

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gambler67 said:

FEATURES:

• Birdseye maple forearm
• Cocobolo sleeve
• Brass rings
• 3 sets of cocobolo forearm points
• 3 sets of birdseye maple sleeve points
• Genuine Irish linen wrap
• 3/8"-10 joint
• G-Core shaft
• Free Ship & Joint Protectors
• 19oz Weight Adjustable

https://www.mcdermottcue.com/mcdermott_gcore_shafts.php
Triple-Layer Carbon Fiber Core
The G-Core’s Triple-Layer Carbon Fiber Core extends through the first 7 inches of the shaft. This stabilizes the front-impact area of the shaft for increased control and predictability. This technology increases radial consistency, reduces vibration and limits the inconsistencies found in traditional maple shafts.
Carbon Tenon Technology
G-Core shafts feature a carbon fiber ferrule core. This technology results in a stronger ferrule assembly with maximum impact properties and enhanced feedback. The red ring at the base of the ferrule acts as a dampener to help absorb shock upon impact.
Radial Consistency
Radial consistency is the shaft’s ability to perform the same way on every shot, regardless of its orientation. The G-Core's Triple-Layer Carbon Fiber Core technology will consistently provide a straighter cue ball path, minimizing the need to compensate for spin and throw.
Navigator Black Tip
Navigator Black tips feature multiple layers of Japanese pigskin leather that are assembled using a proprietary adhesive. This prevents oxidation, meaning the tip won’t get harder after short usage. They are most adaptable tips in the Navigator line, allowing players to shape and mold the tip over time to fit their play style.

$558 shipped with Paypal or Venmo

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